SB 11: Relating to an affirmative defense to prosecution for certain victims of trafficking of persons or compelling prostitution.
SB 11 status: Introduced — Effective on (updated Sep 17, 2025).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis bill would protect people who were forced into illegal acts by human traffickers. It would allow them to tell a judge, "I was forced to do this," so they don't get in trouble for crimes they didn't really choose to commit. The bill is currently being discussed in the Senate.
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Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct environmental benefit identified
Risks
- No direct effect identified.
Economy
Benefits
- Potential long-term reduction in costs associated with incarcerating trafficking victims.
Risks
- Minimal fiscal impact on state court operations.
Society
Benefits
- Provides critical legal protections for trafficking survivors
- Prevents criminalization of victims coerced into illegal activity
Risks
- Requires clear judicial standards for burden of proof
How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Requires precise judicial guidance to define the burden of proof for 'forced' illegal acts
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